Today I am tasting the 2006 Founder’s Estate California Cabernet Sauvignon by Beringer Vineyards in Napa. I located this common brand for under $6.
Color
In the glass this wine is a dark ruby. Good, but not great color.
Aroma
There is obvious oak on the nose. Cedar and tobacco are also coming through. Black pepper is showing up. There is also a tiny amount of creme de cassis which is quite unusual. Not a bad nose at all.
Flavor
The attack is quite good with sweet cherries and black currant. The oak definitely begins to dominate on the mid-palate and finish. The finish is awkward and a bit hot. There are some sour tannins on the back-end which might disturb some palates. This wine is way too sweet for a cabernet sauvignon. It has some interesting flavors and a long finish.
Rating
I think this is a drinkable wine, but not something I can recommend. It definitely has a low price point, but there are some more interesting choices in this range. I rate it 82 points.
